Tom Howell Jr.
Articles by Tom Howell Jr.
Mexico sees large influx of Americans after pandemic ushered in remote work
The constant flow of migrants over the southern U.S. border dominates the news, but the Mexican government says it is seeing an uptick in Americans heading down to live in Mexico. Published November 7, 2022
Sen. Rick Scott mum on whether he will pursue GOP leader position
Sen. Rick Scott of Florida isn't saying whether he plans to run for majority leader if the GOP takes over the Senate in the midterm elections. Published November 7, 2022
CDC sounds alarm over triple threat from viruses
The Biden administration on Friday pleaded with Americans to get immunized for influenza and COVID-19 to reduce the burden of respiratory disease as those pathogens combine with a rising threat -- respiratory syncytial virus -- in a triple whammy for American hospitals. Published November 4, 2022
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell loses bid to get his phone back, see details of FBI search
A federal judge has turned away MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell's quest to challenge the FBI seizure of his phone in an investigation into post-2020 election actions. Published November 4, 2022
Trump says he regrets McConnell endorsement, wants Senate to ‘impeach’ leader
Former President Donald Trump says he regrets his endorsement of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell for reelection in 2020 and thinks the Senate GOP should "impeach" him. Published November 4, 2022
Suspect in Katie Hobbs campaign office burglary in U.S. illegally, wanted by ICE
The man accused of breaking into the campaign office of Katie Hobbs, the Democrat running for Arizona governor, is in the country illegally from Portugal and wanted by immigration authorities. Published November 4, 2022
CDC issues first major update to opioid prescribing advice since 2016
Doctors should not taper pain patients off opioid treatment too abruptly and should consider offering naloxone, an overdose-reversing drug, to patients who have a history of substance use disorder or will suddenly receive higher doses for which they haven't developed a tolerance. Published November 3, 2022
Many voters reject candidates who support gender-change procedures for minors: Survey
More than 7 in 10 voters say they will not vote for a candidate who supports gender-transition procedures for minors such as puberty blockers, hormone treatments and sex-change surgeries, according to a survey released Thursday by a conservative group. Published November 3, 2022
Joe Rogan backtracks on school litter box claim, said he couldn’t verify it
Podcaster Joe Rogan said the bizarre story he told former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard about kids using a litter box at a school was probably inaccurate after a guest said it was an "urban legend" that feeds into conservative views of schools that go too far in accommodating certain identities. Published November 3, 2022
Alleged Pelosi home attacker is a Canadian in the U.S. illegally
The man accused of attacking House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband faces deportation after his criminal cases are resolved in court because he is a Canadian in the U.S. illegally, U.S. officials said. Published November 3, 2022
Hillary Clinton: Dems’ focus on future threats put them at disadvantage in tough midterm climate
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Thursday that Democratic candidates are struggling in the midterm campaign because they are warning about future threats while being hammered by the GOP over things like the economy and crime that are more salient to voters. Published November 3, 2022
Mehmet Oz holds 2-point edge over John Fetterman in Pa. Senate race, poll shows
Republican Mehmet Oz holds a 2-point lead over Democratic Lt. Gov. John Fetterman in the Pennsylvania race for Senate, with roughly half saying Mr. Fetterman's shaky debate performance worsened their view of his candidacy. Published November 3, 2022
Lawmakers want this to be the last time Americans turn back clocks for daylight saving
Much of America will "fall back" this weekend, racing around the house to dial back their clocks an hour and bracing for the darkness that will fall before the evening commute. Published November 2, 2022
N.H. GOP Senate candidate Don Bolduc stands by ‘litter box’ school claim
Republican Senate candidate Don Bolduc said he is "not backing down" from a claim that a New Hampshire school has litter boxes for kids who identify as cats. Published November 2, 2022
California officials warn of ‘triple whammy’ of viruses
Orange County in Southern California has declared an emergency over rapidly spreading viruses and pediatric hospitalizations. Published November 2, 2022
IG report details series of abuses by Architect of the Capitol
A federal inspector general alleges that the man responsible for operating and maintaining the U.S. Capitol complex abused his authority by offering private tours during COVID-19 closures and allowing family members to use official vehicles. Published November 2, 2022
Biden fumbles in Florida at Dem rally, says U.S. inflation lowest in world
President Biden is taking heat for fumbles in a Florida campaign speech Tuesday in which he referred to a House member as being in the Senate, misstated the location of his son's death and incorrectly claimed the U.S. has the lowest inflation rate. Published November 2, 2022
David DePape pleads not guilty to six state charges in Pelosi attack
The man accused of breaking into House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's house and attacking her husband with a hammer was held without bail Tuesday after pleading not guilty to a series of charges at his arraignment in a California courtroom. Published November 1, 2022
Sen. Michael Bennet holds onto 7-point lead in Colorado over surging Joe O’Dea
Sen. Michael Bennet enjoys a 7-percentage-point lead over Joe O'Dea and is buoyed by women voters, although the Republican challenger has gained support faster than the Democratic incumbent since September as the GOP eyes a big upset on Election Day. Published November 1, 2022
Supreme Court leaves ruling in place that allows transportation mask mandates
The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that allowed the Transportation Security Administration to require masks on airplanes during the pandemic. Published November 1, 2022
